Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season 4, Episode 12: A New Man
Written by Jane Espenson; Directed by Michael GershmanThe season hits its low ebb at this point, I think, in a series of rather forgettable and uninvolving episodes that advance the turgid Initiative plot and continue to develop the various themes of disillusionment and isolation that all the characters are suffering from to some extent. I'm not saying there isn't some good stuff here - the rose-floating scene is a particular highlight - and depending on how willingly you can stomach the sillier aspects of the show, the sight of Anthony Head running around in demon make-up with horns sprouting out of his forehead might give you some short-lived delight. But really, at this point, I can see why many people dislike Season 4. If memory serves me correctly, from now on the only truly great episodes are the Faith two-parter, then New Moon Rising and Restless.
Overall rating: 6/10.
Next time: The I in Team.
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